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Former RAAF pilot who allegedly murdered wife was ‘love rat’ and ‘master manipulator’, jury hears

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Robert John Crawford, a former Royal Australian Air Force pilot, is currently on trial in the Supreme Court in Brisbane, Australia, accused of murdering his wife, Frances Crawford. According to the prosecution, the defendant allegedly staged his wife's death to make it look like an accident after she was found deceased near a ride-on lawnmower on their property in Toowoomba, Queensland, in 2024.

During court proceedings, the jury heard descriptions of Crawford as a "master manipulator," "love rat," and philanderer who was allegedly living a "double life" and engaging in adultery prior to the incident. The ongoing trial is examining the circumstances surrounding Frances Crawford's death and the allegations brought against her husband.

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How the coverage differs

Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.

The Guardian World (GB) Focuses on the alleged staging of the death near a lawnmower.
ABC News (AU) (AU) Emphasizes the defendant allegedly living a double life and philandering.
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